Under Level 4 of the national lockdown, it was announced that from 1 May the public were allowed to exercise between 6am and 9am within a 5km radius of their residence.
The South Africa Police Service would like to encourage the public to remain vigilant and alert at all times when exercising during the lockdown.
- Pay attention to your surroundings; don’t be distracted by your phone
- Exercise in familiar areas and avoid secluded places
- Changing up your route and training time makes it difficult for any would-be criminal to anticipate your movements
- Carry your cellphone if possible so that you are able to call for help in case of an emergency.
- Ensure someone you trust knows that you are headed out for a run or cycle, has an idea of the route you plan to take and when you should be returning
- If you have children with you, keep a close eye on them and teach them about stranger danger
- Wear reflective clothing to make sure you are visible
- It is always better to walk, run or cycle with a friend
- Ensure you maintain the correct social distance at all times and wear a mask.
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